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This is the most popular route, and is recommended to persons attempting their first inner-canyon hike. An 80 foot chain is located 1/3 of the way down. The Oak Flat Overlook is a short distance west of the route, and makes a nice side trip. Campsites and an outhouse are located a short distance upstream near the ponderosa pine trees. This route begins at the South Rim Visitor Center. Follow the Oak Flat Trail for 1/3 mile, where you will see the “River Access” sign. At the junction, continue the steep descent to the chain and down the drainage gully. South Rim Route
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